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Debate continues on Keystone XL pipeline By Lori Kesinger The Senate advanced legislation Jan. 12 to approve the Keystone XL pipeline despite President Obama declaring he would veto it. The Senate voted 63-32 to clear a major hurdle and begin debate on the bill. The Senate lacked the two-thirds majority vote needed to overcome a veto should Obama follow through with his threat. The House passed the bill last week with a vote of 266-153, also short the 290 votes needed to clear a veto. The proposed pipeline is a system to transport crude oil from the oil sands of Alberta, Canada and the northern U.S. to refineries near the Gulf of Mexico. An on-ramp called the Bakken MarketLink will intersect with the pipeline at Baker providing a terminal to export oil being produced from the Bakken formation. Most of the Bakken oil is currently being transported by tanker or railcar. Obama is under pressure from both sides of the pipeline debate after a Nebraska court dismissed the challenge made by landowners. The Nebraska Supreme Court upheld Keystone’s proposed path and returned the fate of the project to the White House. Obama stated the Nebraska case was the main reason why he plans to veto legislation approving the pipeline. The State Department hasn’t issued a final recommendation on the pipeline either. The department suspended all review of the project when the Nebraska lawsuit was filed last year. “Our posture and our position hasn’t changed. This is a process that is still underway at the State Department,” White House spokesman Eric Schultz told reporters Jan. 9. “I don’t have any updates for you on that process. As you know, it’s undergoing rigorous review and we’re going to wait for that review to be concluded before the President makes any decisions.” “The President believes that the process should unfold at the State Department and that any legislative end-run around that process is misguided, and he will veto that bill,” Schultz further stated. The administration has given no timeline on when the State Department might finish its final review. Proponents say the pipeline will create jobs, increase tax revenue, and gain energy independence for the United States. Sen. Jon Tester, Sen. Steve Daines, and Rep. Ryan Zinke all support the pipeline project for Montana. “This legislation is exactly the kind of commonsense solution that Montanans want to see,” Daines said. “It has broad bipartisan support, it’s environmentally sound, it creates jobs, and it helps move us toward energy independence. I look forward to passing it out of the Senate and giving President Obama the opportunity to finally approve construction of the Keystone XL pipeline after six years of political games and gridlock.”
Gas prices keep falling By Lori Kesinger The good news keeps coming for consumers as gas prices keep falling. Oil prices fell another five percent to near six year lows on Jan. 12. The national average has dropped a record 109 consecutive days for $1.18 less than one year ago. Baker gas prices average $2.24 per gallon for unleaded. AAA expects the national average price for regular unleaded gasoline to remain below $3.00 per gallon in 2015. The dramatic reduction in retail gas prices has been driven by plummeting global crude oil prices since last summer. The decline in the price of oil has been caused by weak demand and abundant supply. Since 2010, oil prices have been around $100 per barrel because of increased oil consumption in some countries and conflicts in key oil nations. The high prices prompted US and Canadian companies to start drilling for crude in North Dakota’s shale formations and Alberta’s oil sands. The demand for oil in Europe, Asia, and the US began to taper off due to weakened economies and other measures. Iraq began producing more oil. This all created the lower demand and higher supply. Oil prices started falling last September and observers waited to see whether OPEC would cut back on its production to boost prices, but they did nothing. Saudi Arabia did not do anything either and oil prices started dropping. The oil price decline is upending the global economy. Low prices are excellent for oil consumers in the US where gas prices are the lowest they have been in years. For nations reliant on oil sales - it’s bad news. Experts believe the lower price of gas could stimulate the US economy to trend upward. People have more money to buy other things instead of spending it at the gas pump.
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Contacting your congressional delegation The 114th Congress convened Jan. 6 addressing key issues including terrorismrisk insurance, liability for oil spills, homeland security budget, amendments on immigration policy, and the Keystone XL pipeline. With 247 seats in the House of Representatives and 54 seats in the Senate, this congress has the largest Senator Steve Daines Republican majority since the 71st Congress. Contact Montana congressional delegation at: US Senator Steve Daines, Republican Washington, DC Office 1 Russell Senate Courtyard Washington, DC 20510 Phone: 202-224-2651 Fax: 202-224-9412 stevedaines.com US Senator Jon Tester, Democrat Washington, DC Office 724 Hart Senate Building Washington, DC 20510-2604 Phone: 202-224-2644 Fax: 202-224-8594 tester.senate.gov US Representative Ryan Zinke, Republican 113 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Phone: 202-225-3211 Fax: 202-225-5768 zinke.house.gov
Senator Jon Tester
Representative Ryan Zinke
Premature twins born 21 days apart a miracle By Lori Kesinger They are being called “our miracle Uecker babies”. Aaron Uecker and Rachael Geehan of Columbus had twins born prematurely 21 days apart. Lincoln was the first one born on Sept. 24, weighing one pound four ounces, and Eleanor was born Oct. 15 at two pounds and one ounce. The babies have been at a Denver hospital due to complications of being born early. Overcoming numerous ob-
“OUR MIRACLE UECKER BABIES” stacles, they may possibly go home in the next few weeks. The actual due date of the twins was Jan. 15. Lincoln currently weighs six pounds seven ounces, and Eleanor weighs six pounds one ounce. Rachael has been at the hospital with Rachael Geehan, Aaron Uecker and babies, Eleanor and Lincoln. the babies for the past four months while Aaron works two weeks on and four days Uecker of Baker and Patrick Geehan of Washington and Dianne off. His days off he spends at the hospital and will be with them Geehan and stepdad Jeffrey Parker of Columbus. during Eleanor’s hernia surgery scheduled for Jan. 15. For updates on the twins, visit “Our Miracle Uecker Babies” Aaron is a native of Baker. Grandparents are Kelly and Brenda Facebook page.
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FILES OF THE TIMES 10 YEARS AGO Friday, January 21, 2005 Jan. 15, 2005, Sean Randal Wolenetz was born to Randy and Rebecca Wolenetz of Baker. Sean is the first baby of Fallon County and will receive free merchandise, services and various items from local merchants for himself and his parents. . . High temperature Jan. 14 was -7 degrees and the low was -26 degrees. . . Men’s and ladies’ haircuts will increase to $11 and boys’ and girls’ haircuts will increase to $10 Feb. 1 at the Upper Cut Barber Shop. . . Kenny Wiman will celebrate his 75th birthday Jan. 30. . . Divisional speech and drama meet will be held Jan. 21-22 in Glasgow. . . Two cases of influenza have been identified in Fallon County the last month. . . Word has just been received that the Baker Hotel was accepted for the National Register of Historical Places. Those interested in restoring Baker Hotel can now move forward on preserving this wonderful piece of our history. . . All 4 U Flowers & More held their fourth year anniversary celebration Jan. 14. . . In November 2004, AFSCME filed an Unfair Labor Charge with the Montana Department of Labor on behalf of union members of the Fallon County Dispatch Center against Fallon County. The union alleges that its members are entitled to a stipend pursuant to the terms of its members’ Collective Bargaining Agreement with Fallon County, a claim the county disputes. . . A short pipeline is being built west of Baker. According to Michael Johnson, the Bridger Pipeline starts south of Coral Creek and will run 16 1/2 miles to the Baker Station. 20 YEARS AGO Thursday, January 19, 1995-Frank Demers will celebrate his birthday Jan. 22. Frank is commonly known as “the guy who calls you on your birthday”. Everyone is encouraged to call and wish him a Happy Birthday. . . Fallon County Times publishing date has been moved back to Friday beginning Feb. 3. For many years Thursday has been the publishing day. . . High temperature Jan. 10 was 62 degrees. . . Denise Shepherd is Fallon Medical Complex Employee of the Month for January. . . A grand opening celebration will be held Jan. 27 for Tangles & Tans and Scissor Wizard; and Jan. 20-21 for Main Street Casino & Grill. . . The 80th birthday of Mary Billingsley was celebrated Jan. 14; Tillie Follmer celebrated her 84th birthday Wednesday. . . Over 70 members and friends attended the Retired Senior Volunteer Program afternoon of fun, food, and education. Winners of door prizes were Erna Wenz, Echoe Bechtold, Irene Wiman, and Helen Schueler. . . Baker will host the eastern divisional speech and drama tournament Jan. 21. Twenty-five teams representing A, B and C schools will compete and approximately 350 students are expected to compete. 30 YEARS AGO Thursday, January 17, 1985 -Speech and drama students have brought home first place trophies in the last six tournaments they have attended. Students include Sheila Graham, Kristi Sikorski, Amanda Sikorski, Dixie Delcamp, Lisa Johnson, Kitty Krea-
ger, Tony Flint, Teresa Logar, Amber Grieff, Kara Burns, Dawn Stuart, Cynamon Burdick, Sheila Couch, James Luderitz, Carrie Hurley, Cindy Petersen, Sandy Madler, Tricia Strangford, Tony Couch, Rick Kruger, Mike Coddington, and Tim Tweet. . . Mr. and Mrs. Gideon Heimbuch celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary Oct. 28, 1984. . . Barbara Griffith Deering, age 39, passed away Jan. 9. . . Baker Jaycees will host their second annual Snowmobile Ice Drags Jan. 26-27. . . An open house will be held for O’Connor Oilfield Service in their new location on Highway 7 North behind L & M Welding, Jan. 18. . . Ismay Fire Dept. hosted a Christmas party for the Plevna Fire Dept. Saturday at Ismay. 40 YEARS AGO Thursday, January 16, 1975 -Max Lorbiecke of Carlyle will attempt to win top honors in the most important cross-country snowmobile race of the season the Winnipeg of St. Paul 500, Jan. 21-23. . Sometime during the morning of Jan. 12, Fullerton Lumber Co. was burglarized with numerous power tools stolen. . . Winner of the 100 silver dollars at the Bee Line open house held Jan. 10 was Jim Wiseman who guessed 5,055,000 miles for the closest guess for the total number of miles traveled by the Bee Line fleet in 1974. . . Leroy and Sally Wenz have recently moved to Baker from Billings. Leroy is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Wenz. The couple have no children and both are employed by M & M Supply. . . Robert Herbst has been named vice president and loan officer at the Bank of Baker. Bob is a native of Plevna, having graduated from Plevna High School. . . Monday afternoon the fire department was called out to extinguish a fire in a car belonging to Jerry Moser on Main Street. 50 YEARS AGO Thursday, January 14, 1965 -Mr. and Mrs. John Lang celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. . . It’s been announced that the VA Hospital in Miles City is to close its doors June 30. . . Steve Prokop, head wrestling coach, gave a speech on wrestling in the Baker High School program at the regular meeting of the Fallon County Athletic Club Friday night. . . Weekly grocery specials offer beef roasts for 30 cents lb.; sugar, 25 lb. bag, $2.69; 50 lb. bag flour, $3.49; Crisco shortening, 3 lb. can, 79 cents. 60 YEARS AGO Thursday, January 20, 1955 - Denzil Young, Sr., Baker attorney, dies suddenly Saturday evening. Funeral will be Wednesday. . . Mr. and Mrs. H.A. Thomas had the rare privilege of celebrating their 66th wedding anniversary Jan. 13. . . Mrs. Glenn Moore has accepted the appointment of County Commander for the Cancer Drive for Fallon County. . . O.M. Speelmon announced this week that he is now the sole owner of the Baker Grain Company, having recently purchased the remaining interest from the Western Grain Company in Bismarck. . . Eastern Montana oil production set another record in November. It was the seventh successive record breaking month.
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70 YEARS AGO Thursday, January 25, 1945-Undersheriff Wm. Holmes received word Wednesday that he had been awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received in action Sept. 12, 1918, in the battle of St. Mihiel. He was a corporal in the Army at the time. . . Alfred J. MacKay, son of Mr. and Mrs. William MacKay of Baker, is stationed with the Eighth Air Force B17 Flying Fortress Base in England in the finance department. . . This is the nicest January any Montanan has experienced and it breaks the back of winter to the satisfaction of all. . T15 Charles R. Smola writes from India that he and his comrades celebrated Christmas with C rations and a can of warm beer. . . Tech Sgt. Jean D. Hanley of Ismay was posthumously awarded the Silver Star.
Letter to the Editor Dear Editor, Okay we are well into the New Year, have you kept your resolutions, did you make any? You can still make that conscious effort to be a healthier you and stick with it this time. One simple change that can make the difference between life and death for the people you care about is buckle your seatbelt each time you get into a vehicle, and make sure that other occupants do the same. The most common contributing factor to roadway fatalities is failure to buckle up. The best thing you can do to keep from becoming a statistic on Montana’s fatality chart is to wear a seatbelt. Seatbelts save lives. Worn properly, they prevent you from being thrown around inside a crashing vehicle, or worse, thrown through the windshield and ejected out of the vehicle. National Highway Traffic Safety Association statistics show that more than half of all crash fatalities were unbuckled. The numbers are higher for young drivers and
80 YEARS AGO Thursday, January 24, 1935- Weather recorded for the week is rather on the cold side, ranging from 9 to 28 below. . . Standard Chevrolets are selling for $465 while the deluxe model sells for $560 by Burns Brothers garage. . . Lorentine Pleissner was installed as Worthy Advisor of Rainbow Girls. . . George Askin has shipped his well drilling equipment to Hettinger where he will drill two wells. . . . Bob Askin of Ismay was crowned champion rider of the 29th annual Western Horse Show and Jan. 19 - Holiday - office Rodeo held in Denver Saturday closed; Living on a Budget night. Workshop #3
passengers: nationwide, a staggering 70 percent of fatal crash victims between the ages of 13 and 15 weren’t wearing seatbelts. Sure, we’ve all heard the horror stories about people who were killed in bizarre freak crashes in which they would have lived if only they hadn’t been wearing a seatbelt. Even if these stories are true, they are also anomalies. In the overwhelming majority of car crashes, you have a greater chance of survival if you are wearing a seatbelt. Even a low speed crash can send an unbelted person careening into the dashboard of side window, resulting in severe head injuries or broken bones. At higher speeds, the possible fates of the unbelted occupant are gruesome. Never too late to make that resolution for a healthier year for you and your family. Buckle up for the ones you love. Eileen Reddick Buckle Up Montana Coordinator (via email)
Weather Vane Jan 7 25 -27 Jan 8 25 -5 trc Jan 9 8 -12 Jan 10 15 -6 Jan 11 14 -14 trc Jan 12 15 -15 Jan 13 24 -3 YTD Moisture - .14”
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B.R.A.V.V. Baker Resource and Advocacy for Victims of Violence
A community based service to provide CONFIDENTIAL support, assistance and information for anyone dealing with
Sexual Assult • Dating Violence Domestic Violence • Bullying • Stalking BREAK THE SILENCE. END THE ABUSE. MAKE THE CALL!
406-978-BRAV (2728) If you would like to volunteer time or donate please call the number above. 100% of all donations go to victims of violence.
Extension Golden calendar Girls luncheon
90 YEARS AGO Thursday, January 22, 1925- Election of officers of the Baker Commercial Club was held and L.F. Burns was elected president for a second term. Paul Hubbard and L.E. Baker were elected first and second vice presidents; L. Price was elected treasurer; and O. Christopher, secretary. . . Captain Wm. T. Cleogh of Company I, 163rd infantry was appointed by the Army to appraise the loss sustained by the recent fire. His figure was $2,286.22. . . Baker may soon be on the radio map. L.F. Bruggeman and several musicians are talking of establishing a broadcasting station in Baker for purposes of advertising Baker and Fallon County. . . An unfortunate accident happened Monday noon when Peter Sliper of Ollie had his eye injured while playing with children on the merry go-round.
The Golden Girls will hold Jan. 21 - Fallon County 4-H their January luncheon FriCouncil meeting day, January 16, at noon at Jan. 22 - Carter County 4-H the Chinese Garden. Council meeting Jan. 27 - Fallon County Cloverbuds Jan. 31 - 4-H Project Fun Day and Leader Training; Fallon county fruit sales begin
Plevna Bar • Jan. 17
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Cards Eight people came out to play pinochle Jan. 11 at the Baker Senior Citizen Center. There were two tables of four players each. Winners were Jay Gregory - won twice, Levi Hlebichuk, and Gwen Setinc. Pinochle will be played again next Sunday, Jan. 18, at 1:30 p.m. at the Baker Senior Center.
Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy Vegetable, Rolls, Salad Bar Regular Menu Also Avialable Beer & Drink Specials
Plevna Bar
Plevna, MT • 406-772-5847 Daily Specials • Jan. 16 - 22 Friday - BBQ Beef Sandwich • Vegetable Beef Soup Saturday - Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich • Beef Noodle Soup Tuesday - Pork Roast, Baked Potato, Green Beans Potato Dumpling Soup Wednesday - Taco Salad • Creamy Wild Rice Chicken Soup Thursday - Jalapeno Stuffed Burger • Cheesy Cauliflower Soup
Lake City Shopping Center 406-778-2202 Open Tuesday - Saturday 5:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
To Go Orders See us on Facebook! Please give 24 hours notice for pans of caramel rolls
Baker office in the Lake City Shopping Center 406-778-2801 RaeAnn will be in the Baker Office on Fridays, weather permitting
RaeAnn Svedberg, Agent rsvedberg@farmersagent.com ~ www.farmersagent.com/rsvedberg 406- 778- 2801 or 800- 859- 0333 ~ af t er h ou rs 406- 679- 0262
Baker Agronomy Center Full Service Agro no my Plant Fertilizer • Crop Protection • Seed • Recommendations and farm service geared around your operation • Latest in crop management products to maximize this year’s crop potential Grower owned company helping to achieve success in the field Stop in and visit:
Parker Murnion
Call: 406-778-2929
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Grace Nichols Crichfield Ralph Duneman Funeral services for Ralph Raymond Duneman, 78, of Baker were held Jan. 14, 2015 at American Lutheran Church with Pastors Bruce and Reba Kolasch officiating. Burial will take place at a later date. A prayer service was held Jan. 13, 2015 at Stevenson Funeral Home in Baker. After a long battle with cancer, he met his Lord and Savior. Ralph passed away Jan. 8, 2015 at Fallon Medical Complex in Baker. Ralph Raymond Duneman was born Dec. 16, 1936, in Westmore the son of Earlen and Anna (Bolton) Duneman. He grew up and attended school in Westmore, later attending high school in Plevna and graduated in 1954. Ralph and Gloria Hoenke were united in marriage Aug. 22, 1954 in Plevna. He met Gloria at Plevna High School in 1953 and said he had loved her since then. To this union four children were born: Terry, Steven, Mark, and Susan. The family resided in Baker where Ralph worked for several years at the creamery. He then began work as a parts manager, becoming part owner of the Ford Garage until 1984. After working for Larry Greenlee Trucking for one year, he started R & G Oilfield which he operated until June of 2009 when he retired. As a young boy Ralph enjoyed playing football and basketball during high school. Over the years, Ralph and Gloria enjoyed playing golf with friends as well as gardening and doing yard work. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren play and participate in school activities. When he couldn’t attend games, he listened to all Plevna and Baker games on the radio. He was a role model to all who knew him. He had a great sense of humor and loved to tease and give people a hard time to make them laugh. Ralph and Gloria enjoyed traveling to visit their children and grandchildren.
In August 2 0 1 4 , friends and family came together to celebrate the marriage of his granddaughter, Alyson, to Kirk Lineback, and to celebrate Ralph and Gloria’s 60th wedding anniversary. Ralph had a strong faith and was a member of the American Lutheran Church where he served on the Parish Council and on the Church Council serving as president, pastoral selection committee, and operated the equipment for the radio ministries. Ralph also was a member of Toastmasters International. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling, racquetball, playing a round of golf, watching football, especially the Denver Broncos, reading, and spending time with his family. Ralph is survived by his wife, Gloria, of Baker; four children, Terry Curry of Baker, Steven (Karen) of Nixa, Mo., Mark (Pam) of Willard, Mo., and Susan (Dave) Delicath of Cheyenne, Wyo.; eleven grandchildren, Clark (Brooke) Curry, Dane Curry, Alyson (Kirk) Lineback, Rick Odell, Meagan Duneman, Rachel Duneman, Cameron Duneman, Cody Duneman, Katie Delicath, Jacob Delicath, and Samuel Delicath; three great-grandchildren, Haylee, Rushton, and Frankie Curry and one on the way; brother, Arnold Duneman, of Baker; sister, Evelyn Myer, of Baker; and a son-in-law, Bob Curry, of Baker; one sister-in-law, Doris Benner, of Baker. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earlen and Anna Duneman; brothers, George Benner and Kenneth Duneman; sister, Valentine “Toots” Shear; and sisters-inlaw, Lorraine Duneman and Marion Duneman. Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at www.stevensonfuneralhome.com.
Tumbling Tumbleweeds 4-H Club By Tai E. Setinc, Reporter The Tumbling Tumbleweeds 4-H Club met Nov. 18, 2014. We met to elect the following officers: Daley Crawford president, Bruce Higbee - vice president, Matthew Rusch treasurer, Tai Setinc - reporter, Kylee Janz - historian, Rosie Durden - secretary. We discussed small projects judging. It will be Feb. 11, 2015 at the exhibit hall from 5-8 p.m. Rosie Durden demonstrated “How to braid hair”. 4-H means head, heart, hands, and health.
Roll call was turkey day traditions. We met again Dec. 16, 2014. Daley led the American Pledge. Roll call was your favorite Christmas Carol. Daley demonstrated “How to put a halter on a horse”. The colors of the halters she has are green, blue and red. We exchanged gifts for Christmas. Our next meeting will be Jan. 20, 2015.
Grace E. Nichols Crichfield passed away Jan. 11, 2015 at Barrett Hospital and Healthcare in Dillon. Grace was born to John and Minnie Nichols Mar. 7, 1923 in Knobs at home. She had four siblings, Margie, Harvey, MaryAnn and Dick. Grace married Chester M. Crichfield June 3, 1941 in Baker. The majority of their life they lived and raised their two children, Jack N. and Jeri Lynn, in Dillon. Grace was proud of her nearly 30 years of service with Ma Bell. Remarkably, she could tell you the telephone number of every household from Lima to Melrose. She loved campfires and her grandchildren. Grace was preceded in death by sister Marjie Thornton, brother Harvey Nichols, son Jack, son-in-law Ron Wagner. Survivors include her husband of 74 years Chester, daughter Jeri Lynn, daughterin-law Cathy Weber, grandchildren Brad Wagner, Brenda (Brad) Zink, Rio WeberCrichfield; and great-grandchildren John and Colter Zink. No services will be held per Grace’s request. There is a guest book available online at www.brundagefuneralhome.com
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On behalf of Continental Resources, Karmen Bagley (middle) presented Tiffany Davis, left, and Carla Brown with a check in the amount of $4,000 for the Community Cupboard.
Montana Senators met with Air Force over Powder River expansion
Senators Jon Tester and Steve Daines made it clear to U.S. Air Force officials why the current proposal to expand the Powder River Training Complex does not work for Montana. Tester and Daines met with Air Force officials to discuss the Air Force’s recent environmental Impact Study for expanding the 28,000 square mile airspace for Air Force training missions operated from bases in North and South Dakota. The Montana Air National Guard is not expected to use the expanded airspace. Tester, Daines and the Air Force representatives discussed issues the Senators raised in a letter last month to Air Force Secretary Deborah James and FAA Administrator Michael Huerta. The Senators expressed concern about miliA funeral service for Esther tary aircraft interfering with Rose Pratt, 84, of Dickinson, civilian air traffic in southeastN.D., will take place later this spring. In accordance with EsIVE USIC ther’s wishes, cremation has taken place with Stevenson American Funeral Home and Crematory, Legion Club Dickinson. Esther passed away Jan. 10, Baker, MT 2015 at Vibra Healthcare in Fri., Jan, 16 Mandan, N.D. 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the “Best little band in 3 family at www.stevensonfustates & 2 nations” neralhome.com.
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ern Montana, where the current proposal allows low altitude flights in areas with little to no radar coverage. The Air Force officials told the Senators that they will take their concerns into consideration. “Montanans aren’t happy about the current expansion plan, and the Air Force heard that loud and clear,” Tester said. “Senator Daines and I will continue working to make sure the concerns of eastern Montanans are taken into account.” “I’m disappointed that the Air Force has yet to adequately address Montanans’ concerns regarding the proposed expansion of the Pow-
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der River Training Complex,” Daines said. “As the FAA prepares to review the Air Force’s proposal, I will continue working with our delegation to ensure Montanas’ concerns are quickly mitigated. The expansion as currently proposed is simply unacceptable.” Among other issues, Tester and Daines asked if the Air Force could condense the amount of time military aircraft could occupy an area of low-level airspace near Baker, Montana. Currently, the Air Force has 240 days to complete 92 hours of training, which the Senators and many Montanans feel is much too long.
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Holistic services
Arleen Graham will be celebrating her th 80 birthday on January 21st. She loves receiving cards and letters. To honor her and let her know she is loved, we are having a card shower. Birthday greetings may be sent to
5610 Pioneers Blvd #194; Lincoln, NE 68506. Thank you for helping mom celebrate her special day.
Holistic service offered include: offered include:
Natural Health Center
110 Beach,MT ND 202Central S 4th StAve. W •S,Baker,
Seeing patients Tuesdays at Fallon Medical Complex lower level Dr. Jake Holkup
Dr. Kylie in Baker Simnioniw
• Applied • Kinesiology Applied Kinesiology • Acupuncture • Nutrition Consultation • Cranial-Sacral Therapy • Foot Orthotics • Pediatric and Pregnancy
appointments M,For W& F - 7 a.m.-5:30call p.m. TollThFree T& - 7 1-877-267-7520 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays ext. 245 Sat. -406-778-5100 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Cell 701-866-4011 1-701-872-7520
Dr. James R. Campbell, DDS Family Dentistry
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Complete general dentistry for adults & children:
• Preventive • Cosmetic • Implants • Crowns
FALLON MEDICAL COMPLEX & COMMUNITY CLINIC
202 South 4th Street • Baker, MT 59313 406-778-3331 Hospital • 406-778-2833 Clinic
CLINIC HOURS Monday – Friday • 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
SERVICES INCLUDE 24-Hour Emergency Room Acute Care/Hospital Care Outpatient Surgery Skilled Nursing Home Swing Bed/Long Term Care Home Health Services Life Line • Social Services Diagnostic Imaging • Mammography Colonoscopy • Ultrasound • CT • MRI Laboratory • Physical Therapy Dietetic Counseling Telemedicine Site
Darr yl Espeland, DO Dominick Trivisonno, MD Paul Wheeler, PA-C Steve Coxe, PA-C VISITING SPECIALISTS Leszek Jaszczak, MD (Radiology) Jeff Williams, MD (Obstetrics/Gynecology) 24-hr access via Telemedicine to Billings Specialists
SERVICES Flu & pneumonia immunizations • Prenatal care FAA, DOT, ICC physicals • Cryotherapy Minor surgical procedures Family health care for all ages
• Fillings • Root Canals • Extractions • Dentures
Practice located in Baker since 1994 Healthy Montana Kids Provider
202 South 4th Street W. Baker, MT 59313 (lower level of Fallon Medical Complex)
(406)778-5150 (800)676-7161 Ext. 231
Office hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday
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Spartan Of The Week for the week of January 12 - 16, 2015
This week’s Spartan of the week is Freshman Dalton Herbst son of DeAnna Herbst and Luke Holstine. Dalton placed first at the Hettinger Classic Wrestling Tournament January 9th - 10th. He competes in the 138 weight bracket. Sponsored By
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Spartan wrestling By Carleigh Irgens January 9 the Spartan wrestlers traveled to Hettinger to compete in the two day Hettinger Classic Tournament, Jan. 9-10. Results are as follows. 103 lbs. - Trevor Griffith - lost to Kyle Burwick (Hett) 18-3, pinned Dylan Tabor (Kill) 1:47, lost to Tayt Wolding (New Salem) 3:41, lost to Dylan Wolf (Lemm) 1:22, defeated Jesse McCann (HC) 13-2, lost to Liam Shannon (Watford City) 1:30 132 lbs. - Keegan Kary - 5th place - lost to Kole Schell (Moorcroft) 6-0, defeated Wyatt Nagel (Linton) 15-0, lost to Dirk Wolf (Lemm) 6-3, pinned Cole Schmatz (Bow) :50, defeated Wyatt Nagel (Linton) 8-0 138 lbs. - Dalton Herbst - 1st place - pinned Dillon Cunningham (Bak) 4:30, pinned Jaret Woodward (Lemm) 5:06, pinned Jae Stenerson (HC) 1:40, lost to
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Brandon Harrison (Standing Rock) 10-6, defeated Cole Dukart (Kill) 8-3, defeated Wyatt Rising (Moorcroft) 3-2 138 lbs. - Dillon Cunningham lost to Dalton Herbst (Bak) 4:30, defeated Jaret Woodward (Lemm) 17-0, pinned Jae Stenerson (HC) 2:51, lost to Brenden Harrison (Standing Rock) 3:50, lost to Casey DeLong (Moorcroft) 2:20 145 lbs. - Paul Wang - pinned Garrett Fisher (Cheyenne Eagle) 2:45, lost to Coletan Jore 5-0, lost to Rylan Jacob (Linton) 1:17, lost to Brayden Jorgenson (Bow) 142, lost to Brett Wassberg (Moorcroft) 14-0 152 lbs. - Chase Huelle - 6th place - lost to Clay Jorgenson (Watford) 4:47, pinned Jayden Schumaker (Linton) 1:45, lost to Tel Lardy (Bow) 1:09, defeated Trig Olson (Harding County) 129, defeated Caleb Tipton (Moorcroft) 10-4, defeated Lane Jeffers (Bow) 5-4, lost to David Arthur (Kill) 6-9 152 lbs. - Dustin Rost - lost to Toby Reynolds (Moorcroft) 17-2, lost to Lane Jeffers (Bow) 8-4,
lost to Ethan Anderson (Hett) :30, lost to David Arthur (Kill) 14-2 160 lbs. - Andrew Craft - 5th place - pinned Ray Blankenstein (Moorcroft) 2:41, lost to Tate Allison (Moorcroft) 2:00, pinned Tyler Price (Dickinson) 1:40, lost to Quincy Stormer (Circle) 3:15, pinned Chet Westin (Hett) 5:30, defeated Carmin Madrigal (Bow) 18-3, pinned Duell Tomac (Lemm) 1:20 285 lbs. - Ben Fujimori - 5th place - lost to Jake Belland (Watford) 7-1, lost to Colby Steeke (Hett) 3:39, pinned Hunter Wilson (Dickinson) 1:40, pinned Riley Matteis (Linton) :30, pinned Hunter Wilson (Dickinson) 3:52 285 lbs. - Summit Wiman - 4th place - lost to Brandon Heile (Lemm) 2:52, pinned Cade Mostellar (Moorcroft) 1:20, defeated Tanner Feehan (Moorcroft) 6-0, lost to Trevor Gress (HC) 1:20, lost to Steven Harrison (Standing Rock) 2:20 285 lbs. - Jonathan Caron pinned Jessie Archueletta (Dickson), lost to Logan Jones (Dickinson)
By Shelby Smith January 9 the Lady Spartans hosted the Lady Wolf Point Wolves. The Wolves defeated the Lady Spartans 35-32. Solenn Jacobsen scored 17 points, had 7 rebounds, 2 steals, and 1 assist; Karlee Murnion had 3 steals; Scotti Robinson 5 points; Lauren Wang 5 points, 11 rebounds, 3 steals, 4 assists; Kylie Hadley 4 points, 8 rebounds, 3 assists; Taylyn Koenig 1 point, 9 rebounds, 1 assist. They shot 27.7 percent from the field and were 50 percent from the free throw line. The Lady Spartan basketball team hosted the Forsyth Photo by Louise Varner Dogies January 10 and lost Baker Spartans defeated the Forsyth Dogies 70-69 30-57. Jan. 10. Brady Varner had a great game scoring 26 Solenn Jacobsen scored a points and pulling down 12 rebounds. total of 22 points, had 8 reMadison Reddick 10 points, bounds and 2 steals; MadiBasketball Morgan Miller 14 points, son Reddick had 3 Stat Sheet Cheyenne Perry 8 points, Alivia rebounds, 2 assists; Karlee Schultz 3 points, Amber Durden Murnion 1 rebound, 4 as- Girls 4 points. sists; Cheyenne Perry 1 re- JV bound; Lauren Wang 7 January 9 Baker 39 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists, Wolf Point 42 C Squad 2 steals; Kylie Hadley 1 Madison Reddick 6 points, Mor- January 9 point, 4 rebounds, 1 assist; gan Miller 15 points, Sienna Baker 42 Melissa Breitbach 1 re- Schuler 2 points, Cheyenne Wolf Point 33 bound; Lexi Hartse 1 point; Perry 8 points, Alivia Schultz 3 Sienna Schuler 4 points, Mariah Taylyn Koenig 3 rebounds, points, Melissa Breitbach 3 Miller 4 points, Anna Espeland 8 points, Alivia Schultz 9 points, 2 assists, 1 steal. They shot points, Lexi Hartse 2 points. Sheyenne Janeway 4 points, 27.3 percent from the field Samantha Smith 6 points, Skyler January 10 and were 40 percent from Baker Robinson 1 point, Amber Dur39 the free throw line. den 6 points. Forsyth 35
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FALLON COUNTY TIMES
FRIDAY, JANUARY 16, 2015
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IRS impersonation scam
Third grade visits Community Cupboard By Nicole Allerdings Before Christmas break, Mrs. Benner’s third grade class took a trip to the Community Cupboard in Baker. They donated a turkey and enough supplies for a meal to feed a family for Christmas. They learned that the shelves had been fairly empty, but around this time of year several donations come in and currently the Community Cupboard had a sufficient amount of food. Tiffany Davis works at the Community Cupboard and told them that people who
are in need of food can visit once a month to select items and take them home. She explained that it is mostly by word of mouth that she learns which items are needed by people using this resource. The students were given a tour of the Community Cupboard and learned that paper products and liquids such as shampoo, conditioner, and laundry detergent are items that are in low supply there. After visiting the Community Cupboard and learning about how it provides for cit-
Back: Tiffany Davis. Front, l-r: Whitney Thielen, Noah Arnold, Cooper O’Connor, Tylee Rieger, and Carson Sander. izens in the community, the plies and glad they were able third grade students were to help a family have a nourthankful for their own sup- ishing meal at Christmas.
Alumni team, l-r: Jalyn Walker, Regan Kono, Lexyn Walker, Lynn Paul, and Lisa Rieger.
JV girls basketball The Plevna JV girls’ team is comprised of Nicole Allerdings, Taylor Rieger, Jessica Paul, Courtney Tudor, Laylah Dulin, and Bethanie Webb. They have played JV games with Jordan, Wibaux, and
Broadus. As a young JV team, they are gaining much experience while learning to work together as a team. January 3 they played a game with the Plevna alumni which was entertaining for the
JV girls basketball team, back row, l-r: Nicole Allerdings, Bethanie Webb, Courtney Tudor, Laylah Dulin, and Coach Schwartz. Front row, l-r: Jessica Paul and Taylor Rieger. crowd. Alumni players in- Paul, and Lisa Rieger. They cluded Jalyn Walker, Lexyn are looking forward to playing Walker, Regan Kono, Lynn Ekalaka.
Eighth grade wood projects, l-r: Cole Edgell, Bethanie Webb, Colter Peterson, Jessica Paul, Laylah Dulin, Courtney Tudor, and Sean Shelhamer.
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Fallon County Times 406-778-3344 Seventh grade wood projects, l-r: Winter May, Chase Drange, and Taylor Bertsch.
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Helena - January 13 Attorney General Tim Fox warned Montanans about aggressive and sometimes threatening phone calls from scammers impersonating agents of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). These callers are attempting to trick unsuspecting taxpayers into believing they owe tax debt and making payments immediately over the phone. The callers are even going so far as to tell Montanans that they will take legal action if the taxpayer fails to immediately pay taxes from previous tax years. The callers demand payment by credit cards, prepaid debit cards, or wire transfers. Sometimes, the callers are even leaving voicemails for taxpayers to call back. Once the potential victim returns the call, the scammer immediately goes into their demands for immediate payment. The calls are believed to be originating from overseas locations and phone numbers are “spoofed”, making tracking the individuals carrying out these scams very difficult. “This is by no means the first time our office has heard of this particular scam,” said Attorney General Fox. “This is a nationwide problem and now that we’re in tax season, these scammers are getting aggressive again. The good news is that being aware of these activities, you can protect yourself and your family from being scammed.” Attorney General Fox said the scams are often carried out via telephone, but that they also could come in the form of an email. Phone calls are currently sweeping across the nation, and Montana is seeing a spike in these calls. The callers often come across as angry and
aggressively demand immediate payment in order for the taxpayer to avoid ‘prosecution’. Nationwide, millions of dollars have been lost and the IRS is encouraging taxpayers to educate themselves on varying IRS related scams, including the IRS Impersonation Phone Scam, see: http://www.irs.gov/uac/TaxScams-Consumer-Alerts. “Consumers need to know that the IRS doesn’t coldcall people and demand payment by phone. So if you get a call from a person who claims to be from the IRS and they are demanding money from you over the phone, you can hang up,” Attorney General Fox added. Anyone wondering whether they owe previous years’ federal taxes should seek help by contacting the IRS Taxpayer Assistance Office at 800-829-1040. Questions about state taxes can be directed to the Montana Department of Revenue at 866-859-2254. Consumers receiving these calls should do the following: 1. Do not provide any bank account or other personal or financial information to a person or company that you don’t know. 2. Do not wire money to a person or company you don’t know. 3. Hang up the phone. 4. If you think you owe taxes, call the IRS or the Montana Department of Revenue directly. For more information on this and other scams, visit https://dojmt.gov/consumer/ or contact the Office of Consumer Protection at PO Box 200151, Helena, MT 59620-0151; phone 800-481-6896 or 406-4444500; fax 406-442-2174; email: contactocp@mt.gov
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FRIDAY, JANUARY 16, 2015
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• January 5, 2015 -January 11, 2015 - 31 Calls for service: 2 agency assists; 1 alarm; 1 alcohol violation; 2 animal complaints; 1 burglary; 3 citizen assists; 3 crashes (hit and run); 1 criminal mischief; 1 criminal trespass; 1 disturbance; 1 extra patrol; 1 funeral escort; 2 informations; 1 missing person; 1 theft of services; 4 traffic stops; 5 unlocks Anyone with any information on any area crime is encouraged to call Crimestoppers at 406-7782222. Calls are never recorded and rewards are offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of responsible parties.
FROM City Court
HOPE, do you feel alcohol is causing problems, we can help, Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. at the American Lutheran Church. District Court is in session the first Tuesday of the first full week of the month and as often as business warrants. Interested persons are welcome to check a specific schedule at the office of the Clerk of District Court. Fallon County Library hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; closed Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays. O’Fallon Historical Museum Open Monday - Friday 8 a.m. 5 p.m. Closed on legal holidays. Driver Licensing Schedule, second and third Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 12:30 - 3:30 p.m., courthouse Open house baby shower for Cella Medearis, daughter of Emily and Kyle Medearis (Ace Hardware), 1-3 p.m., Donna and Randy Morris residence, 1214 S. 2nd St. W; 70th birthday party for Joan Johnson, 1:30-4:00 p.m., Lakeview Baptist Church, Jan. 17. Changed For Life church services, 10 a.m., Baker Senior Center, Jan. 18. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day; Baker Homecraft; Fair Board meeting, 6 p.m., Fallon County Fairgrounds exhibit hall ; Fallon County Water & Sewer District/Stanhope Addition, monthly meeting, library basement, 6:30 p.m., Jan. 19. Overeaters Anonymous, 6:30 p.m., American Lutheran Church; Codependent Support Group, noon, American Lutheran Church, Jan. 20. City Council, 7 p.m., Fallon County court room; Knights of Columbus, 8 p.m., St. John’s Catholic Church basement, Jan. 21. Multiple Sclerosis Support Group, 7 p.m., Holy Rosary conference room 2, call Diana 406232-1458 or Nicole 232-5698, Jan. 22. Changed For Life church services, 10 a.m., Baker Senior Center, Jan. 25. O’Fallon Men’s Choir rehearsal, 7 p.m., Longfellow School music room; Fallon County Planning Board meeting, 7:00 p.m., court room, Fallon County Courthouse, Jan. 26.
Area students named to MSU honor roll Abigail Tunby of Plevna and Ryan Espeland of Baker were named to the Montana State University 2014 fall semester dean’s honor roll in Bozeman. Students must complete a minimum of 12 credit hours and earn a grade point average of 3.5 or above to be on the list. Abigail is the daughter of Randy and Amanda Tunby of Plevna. Ryan is the son of David and Lisa Espeland of Baker.
• Larry James Dahl, Plevna, owner permitting operation of vehicle without liability insurance, 1st offense, dismissed by Court per proof of valid insurance at time and date of citation, ticket issued 12/7/14. • Rochefellor Haris Gillam, Baker, urinating in public, bond forfeited $100, ticket issued 12/6/14.
Justice Court • Dawn Stewart, Baker, public nuisance counts II-XLIII (243), dismissed by Prosecution, ticket issued 4/9/14. • Dawn Stewart, Baker, public nuisance, nolo contendere, $585 with $300 suspended on conditions for six months
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(6/18/15), 180 days jail with 180 days suspended on conditions for six months, no violations of any local, state or federal laws, pay fine, fees and/or surcharges as agreed/ordered, notify the Court immediately of any change of address or telephone number, proof of construction of insulated and sound proof kennel by 1/31/15, and proof of compliance with covenants for limitations of dogs in the current residence, ticket issued 4/9/14. • Pete Stewart, Baker, cruelty to animals, overworking, beating, torturing, injuring or killing the animal, 1st offense, dismissed by Prosecution with prejudice pursuant to Pretrial Diversion Agreement, ticket issued 4/9/14.
• Pete Stewart, Baker, public nuisance, nolo contendere, $585 with $300 suspended on conditions for six months (6/18/15), 180 days jail with 180 days suspended on conditions for six months, no violations of any local, state or federal laws, pay fine, fees and/or surcharges as agreed/ordered, notify the Court immediately of any change of address or telephone number, proof of construction of insulated and sound proof kennel by 1/31/15 and proof of compliance with covenants for limitations of dogs in the current residence, ticket issued 4/9/14. • Pete Stewart, Baker, public nuisance counts II-XLIII (243), dismissed by Prosecution, ticket issued 4/9/14.
Legal Tip of the Week Did you know … that being treated differently at work because of your race, sex, age, disability, national origin, or religion might be illegal discrimination? There are other kinds of illegal discrimination, too. For more information, please visit the Work/Out-of Work section at www.MontanaLawHelp.org. If you can’t find the information you want, click on the LiveHelp button or call the Montana Legal Services Association HelpLine at 1-800-666-6899.
H ap py B ir th da y January 16 Brooklin Heaton, Jaiden Dulin, Neil Losing, Anna Espeland, Bristol Wyrick January 17 Ailey Marie Bettenhausen, Christa Losing, Maggie Beth Barth, Mary Ellen Bagley, Luanne Gentilini January 18 Doug Post, Kenneth Ehret January 19 Cade Huft, Derek Lyson January 20 Barb Ketterling, Wilma Rusley January 21 Chayni Varner, Kristopher Bertsch January 22 Brady Knuths
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Seventh graders from Baker did a fundraiser called Uncle Jerry’s. They sold enough items to earn $250 worth of free merchandise. The kids wrapped the merchandise and gave it to the Christmas Wishes program sponsored by the Fallon County Rec Department.
New online service for reporting livestock Helena - Livestock owners can now go online to report the number of livestock they own. Montana law requires all livestock owners to report by March 1 of each year the number of livestock they owned as of February 1. Livestock owners who report online this year will be able to pull up their history for next year’s report, which will make reporting faster, more efficient and more accurate. The secure online service is free to use and can be fond at ReportYourLivestock.mt.gov. “Even if you own just one
Helen Jensen of Superior Care Villa and her daughter Jill are baking some of their traditional Christmas cookies. Everyone was able to share in the delicious finished product.
horse and have a few chickens, or owned and reported livestock last year but no longer do, you still need to report,” said Cynthia Monteau Moore, administrator for the Department of Revenue’s Property Assessment Division. Livestock per capita fees will be due November 30. The ability to pay these fees online will be available later this year. Livestock includes all poultry and bees, swine three months of age or older, and all other livestock nine months of age or older includ-
COMMISSIONER MEETING NOTICE CHANGE Due to the Martin Luther King Day the Fallon County Commission will not meet Monday, Jan. 19, 2015 but will instead meet, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2015. For questions please contact the Clerk and Recorder at 406-778-8182 or email falloncc@midrivers.com.
ing cattle, sheep, goats, horses, mule, asses, llamas, alpacas, bison, ostriches, rheas, emus, and domestic ungulates. Everyone benefits from programs funded by per capita fees. Livestock producers benefit from programs to monitor animal health, monitor and restrict livestock imports, track animal movements, prevent and investigate livestock theft, and manage predators. The general public benefits from programs that prevent the spread of animal diseases to humans.
Baker Ace Hardware Corner Bar • Griffith Excavating Nolan Verke • Runnings Equity Co-Op • Bank of Baker Baker Metal • B&B Septic M&C Beverage • Blue Rock Dick’s Heating and Cooling Hufford Sand & Gravel NAPA Auto Parts Red Rock Sporting Goods Dennis & Stephanie Twedt Rolling Rubber • Pro Insulation Trevor Nelson • Dustin Varner Chris & Kylee Heiser We would like to give a huge thanks to all our sponsors, without their gracious support we would not be able to put this event on! Thanks to all the hunter who came out and braved the cold weather and supported the Baker Coyote Calling Contest! Thanks from Trevor Nelson & Dustin Varner
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FALLON COUNTY TIMES
Year End Review Continued from last week November 14 -- Baker Spartan football team traveled to Townsend for the quarter final game and lost 45-0. . . The first snowstorm of the season came in brutally Nov. 9, creating icy roads and frigid temperatures. Previous high temperatures were ranging in the 50s, but dropped within a few days into the single digits with wind chill temperatures at -15 degrees. . . First annual Downtown Trick-or-Treat had 29 participating businesses and approximately 190 children were involved. November 21 -- Xi Alpha Nu Christmas Bazaar will be held Nov. 23. . . The City of Baker would like to notify the public of the revision to Main Street parking. It will be unlawful to park motor vehicles on Main Street between Railroad Avenue on the north and Harriet Avenue on the south, Sunday through Saturday, seven days a week, from 5 - 8 a.m. . . Low temperature Nov. 14 was -17 degrees. . . Residents of Superior Care Villa filled nine boxes for Operation Shoe Box. They filled the boxes with clothes, toys, candy, and hygiene articles. . Third annual Frozen Bun run
FRIDAY, JANUARY 16, 2015 will be held Thanksgiving morning. . . The shelves at the Community Cupboard are “pitifully low”, said Tiffany Davis, Council on Aging Assistant. They are short of canned items. . . Relay for Life of Fallon County has won the American Cancer Society Gordy Klatt Number one fundraising per capita award for the fifth straight year. . . Heiser’s Bar is again hosting their free Thanksgiving dinner Nov. 27. November 28 -- A fugitive molestation suspect with ties to Baker was behind bars after his capture following a three hour standoff at a trailer park in Springfield, MO, last week. John Benjamin Napier, 55 was found at the Webster Trailer Par, Nov. 20. While Napier was living in Baker from May 2011 to august 2012, under the fake identity of Sean Denning, it is alleged he repeatedly molested a young child. . . . Baker Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture hosted the 24th annual Teacher Appreciation Dinner Nov. 19. . . The Wild Game Feed is a tradition that is becoming epic. The eleventh annual event was held Nov. 15 and raised $57,000 for the Ekalaka Fire Dept., Ismay Fire Dept., and St. John’s Catholic Church. The gourmet meal was excellent and was served to approx-
imately 500 people. . . Chuck Lee of the Fallon County DES Office graduated from the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) National Emergency Management Leaders Academy Oct. 23 along with 28 other participants. . . Fallon County 4-H Achievement Night awards ceremony and dinner was held Oct. 26. Special recognition was given to Tannon Dukart, Taylyn Dukart, Chase Huelle, Rachael Lowery, Seth Mastel and Paul Wang for seven years of 4-H work. Special recognition was also given to Tori Nelson and Kalli Post for ten years of 4-H work. December 5 -- Fallon County recently hired Julie Straub as its first Human Resources Manager to ensure the county is engaging in all legally compliant employment practices. . . A Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) on the proposed expansion of Powder River Training Complex (PRTC) military operating area (MOA) has been completed with a proposed timeline. Most of Fallon County including the airport is in the proposed training area and would be affected by the expansion. Baker Municipal Airport has approximately
5,000 operations every year. The expansion would significantly disrupt commercial and private aviation and affect emergency medical flights. . . Winners of the Fallon County Times Holiday Scramble were Lynne Miller, Robert Boggs, Marilyn Wenz, Joyce Jardee, Dolores Veroye, Steve Lund, Betty Smeltzer, Sheila McElrone, Jennie Klasna, and Gary Sparks. . . Continental Resources presented Baker Public Schools teachers Jessica Boggs and Linda Rost with a $5,000 grant each. The grants are designed to help enhance a school’s reading, science, technology, engineering or math programs. . . A total of 106 boxes were packed from the Lakeview Baptist Church for Operation Christmas Shoebox through Samaritan’s Purse. December 12 -- O’Fallon Community Choir presented their 36th annual Christmas Concert Dec. 7. The choir is under the direction of Debbi Jo Varner with Laura Morris on the piano. . . The first winner of the Be A Winner! Shop In Baker! promotion was Travis Isaacs of Plevna. He received $100 in Baker Bucks. . . Fallon County Health Department is hosting a retirement party for Arlene Singer,
Dec. 23. She is retiring after 23 plus years with the department. . . Fallon Creek Cattlewomen sponsored a beef cook-off for students from Plevna and Carter County. First place went to Ben Bruski of Ekalaka with Sassy Finger Steaks. . . . The new Ag Lane bridge is pictured over Sandstone Creek. The bridge was fully constructed on location this fall and replaced the old bridge which was in disrepair and caused debris to constrict the waterway. . . Friends of FMC Foundation 12th annual “Fantasy Food Fair” was held Dec. 6. The featured drink was a beer from Alaska and 138 guests enjoyed a variety of food, wine and beer. . . Dec. 3, Clinton Bondell of Baker was convicted following a two day bench trial before District Court Judge George W. Huss. Huss found Bondell guilty of Misdemeanor Assault, Felony Assault with a Weapon and
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two counts of felony Criminal Endangerment. The charges stem from an incident in a local business in Baker Dec., 2013. December 19 -- The second winner of the Be A Winner! Shop In Baker! promotion was Rose Sampson. . . Commissioner Steve Baldwin and Roger Meggers, Baker Air Service owner, braved icy roads to Helena Dec. 15 to meet with Governor Steve Bullock, MT DOT Director Mike Tooley and MT Aeronautics Director Debbie Alke. They went to discuss the proposed expansion of the Powder River Training Complex military operating area across a four state region. . . An open house to honor Fallon County Attorney Albert Batterman for his 14 years of service will be held Dec. 23. . . The streets in Baker were lined with people for the annual Parade Lights Year End of Review Dec. Continued 10. The temperature durnext week
THE FALLON COUNTY COMMISSION CONTINUES TO LOOK FOR BOARD MEMBERS For the Following Boards
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8 - FALLON COUNTY TIMES Commissioners proceedings Monday, August 4, 2014 9:00 AM CONVENE PRESENT Deb Ranum, Chairperson; William L. Randash and Steve Baldwin, members; and Brenda Wood, Clerk and Recorder. 9:15 AM NOTIFICATIONS PLATS/COSs-The Commission was notified by Desiree’ Thielen, Planner, she had spoken with Barbara Kingery at DEQ regarding the County’s current sanitarian situation. Desiree’ was seeking advice as to how to process Certificates of Survey and Subdivision Plats since the process will now be different. Barbara explained Fallon County has a contract with the DEQ and now these applications will go to DEQ for review. Once reviewed it was suggested a copy be sent to whomever the Commission chooses as their sanitarian. This was sent via email from Desiree’ Thielen 7/29/2014. ESTIMATES-The Commission received estimates from Griffith Steel for hail damaged roofs. The Commission approved all estimates and gave permission to proceed. 9:25 AM CLOSED-PERSONNEL 10:00 AM Mark Sieler, Acting Road Foreman, and Alba Higgins, Shop Foreman Pinnow Pit-The scraper is at the Wang Pit and as soon as they are done up there they will finish at the Pinnow Pit; the pit will have to be reseeded, then the DEQ will have to release the pit. Dust Control-Arlene Heim would like dust control on Pennel Road. Mark will discuss with Bobby Wiedmer, Road Foreman, when he returns. The only people that are watering the roads right now is the JoMax crew (pipeliners). Pipelines-They are tearing up the road by the MacKay and MacKay Ranch. Commissioner Baldwin stated we need to track these roads as we have no road haul agreement with HiLand. Sage Trail –Commissioner Ranum stated Sage Trail has had a road closed sign up for five years and wondered if it was now dry enough to smooth up. Mark stated it has a spring that comes up in the middle of the road. Will need to discuss this with Bobby when he returns. Scoria-Larry Steffes has requested the need for scoria on a road near their property. Mark stated he did check on this and the road had washed. Permission granted to place gravel for maintenance. Neumann Pit-Huffords will start crushing in the Neumann Pit this week. Tronstad Pit-Mark does not feel the seed will ever leave the pit. Alba suggested cleaning the scraper with the water truck before leaving the pit. Trucks-They are having the Kenworths worked on. Landfill Equipment -The Landfill dozer needs to be serviced. Tin from Grandstands-Unsure where to store the tin from the grandstands re-roof project. Alba felt it could be taken to the old landfill until auction time. Richard Griffith, Griffith Steel, will be notified. Roof repairs-Discussed roof repairs on the road buildings. Alba will add foam insulation, for the shop roof, to the budget. Fuel-Discussed bidding fuel; Alba stated we have to use Cenex-Fieldmaster due to the tier 4 engines or go to all clear fuel and send in for tax refunds. Conference Call-Richard Griffith was phoned regarding the Road Department roof. Richard explained they could tin over the top of the new part that was previously insulated. Could then do the same with the old shop roof and spray with the foam insulation. Auction-They will take all the tin, even the bent tin to the Auction. Richard will take all
of the tin to the old landfill. Richard is banding all of the tin together. 10:50 AM Spencer Huether, Road Technician, presented the Commission with the Resolution 8-4-2014 calling for a Road Hearing in September. Commissioner Randash made the motion to pass Resolution 8-4-2014 calling for a Public Road Abandonment Hearing. Commissioner Baldwin seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution 8-4-2014 is filed in the Clerk and Recorder’s office. 11:00 AM JULY TIME SHEETS-PAYROLL AND WITHHOLDINGS The Commission reviewed and approved the July Time Sheets and Payroll and Withholdings in the amount of $505,906.96. Warrants written are filed in the Clerk and Recorder’s office. 11:15 AM CLAIMS APPROVALS The Commission started to review and approve the July, 2014 end of month claims. 11:30 AM Joe Janz, Outside Maintenance Joe was called in by the Commission to discuss possibly adding a new position under Joe’s supervision. Noon Recess 1:15 RECONVENE PRESENT Deb Ranum, Chairperson; William L. Randash and Steve Baldwin, members 1:15 PM The Commission finished reviewing and approving the July, 2014 claims in the amount of $414,374.24 and they are filed in the Clerk and Recorder’s office. 3:00 PM ROAD HEARING Road Abandonment Hearing Held in the Fallon County Commissioners’ office at 3:00 pm on August 4, 2014 PRESENT: Commissioner Ranum, Chairman; William L. Randash and Steven Baldwin, members; Brenda Wood, Clerk and Recorder; Mark Sieler, Acting Road Foreman; Spencer C. Huether, Road Technician; Joe Nemitz, member of the public. Full minutes are recorded and on record in the Clerk and Recorder’s office. Commissioner Randash made the motion to sign Resolutions 8-4-2012(2) – 8-42014(15) to abandon the Right of Way Grants from today’s Road Hearing. Commissioner Baldwin seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. Resolutions are on record in the Clerk and Recorder’s office. 3:15 PM All Commissioners and Mark Sieler went to review the Fletcher Creek-Low Water Crossing. Returned at 4:55 PM RECESS Commissioner Randash made the motion to recess. Commissioner Baldwin seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. Tuesday, August 05, 2014 9:00 AM RECONVENE PRESENT Deb Ranum, Chairperson; William L. Randash and Steve Baldwin, members; and Brenda J. Wood, Clerk and Recorder. 10:00 AM Clayton Hornung, Mayor-City of Baker FUNDING-SID34 and SID 35-The Commission agreed the County will pay their portion of this project upfront. Manhole-Discussed the road behind NAPA, etc. and the exposed manhole near the creek area. North Baker Water Sewer District-The group discussed the issues with the property owned by the Quenzers (both Spiffy’s and their other property in the NBWS District). Clayton stated the City of Baker will repair the alley by Spiffy’s; the Commission will have the Road Foreman look at the culvert again. Running’s Building ProjectThis project is on hold due to the cost per square foot to build in Montana. $100.00 in Montana, $61.00 in North Dakota and $62.00 in South
FRIDAY, JANUARY 16, 2015 Dakota. Upper Lake-Should have the parts in today to complete the gate project. Interlocal Agreement-Planner did not hear anything back from the County Attorney regarding the new changes made by the City Attorney for the Planning Interlocal Agreement. Lagoon Project-Discussed the progress made on the lagoon. They had two (2) contractors bid the project. Brosz Engineering will check the bids and the City Council will probably accept the bid at the next council meeting. Discussed moving the water well for the Beachs. Commissioner Baldwin made the motion to pay the County’s Portion of SID34 and 35 to the City of Baker using the pay estimate given to the County. Any differences will be adjusted at a later time. Commissioner Randash seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. Alleys-They plan to pave the alleys behind the businesses when a hot mix plant is available, which would be this fall or next year. MINUTES APPROVED Commissioner Baldwin made the motion to approve the May 7th, 2014 and July 7- 10, 2014 Commissioner Proceedings with grammar and spelling corrections. Commissioner Randash seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion Carried unanimously. 11:00 AM-Desiree’ Thielen, Planner Tronstad/MT DNRC-Boundary Line Relocation. Desiree’ explained this was a boundary line relocation only; they started with two lots and will be ending with two lots. Commissioner Randash made the motion to approve the Tronstad/MT DNRC Certificate of Survey. Commissioner Baldwin seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. 11:30 AM-Debbie Wyrick, Deputy Clerk and Recorder Payroll Questions-The Commission discussed hiring a new person on an as needed basis and how this would be affected by the new insurance laws. Debbie stated this position would probably move in and out of Health Insurance benefit status. Debbie discussed her concern regarding who would be the supervisor of this position. This will be discussed further by the Commission. RECESS Commissioner Baldwin made the motion to recess. Commissioner Randash seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. Noon Recess 1:00 PM RECONVENE PRESENT Deb Ranum, Chairperson; William L. Randash and Steve Baldwin, members; and Brenda J. Wood, Clerk and Recorder Sanitarian Position Renee Gnerer agreed to be paid $1,500.00, plus per diem as a contractor to complete the duties of the sanitarian for Fallon County. 2:00 PM MEETING The Commission was excused to attend the Bakken Clean Energy meeting at Thee Garage. 3:30 PM RECONVENED The Commission reconvened in their office. 4:00 PM Desiree’ Thielen, Planner FINDINGS OF FACT FOR THE Amended Plat of Lot 3 of Lohof-Green Acres Minor Subdivision. There were 27 Findings of Fact-The Commission discussed the roads and access as being the most important. Physical and Legal Access to the Proposed Amended Plat of Lot 3 of Lohof-Green Acres Minor Subdivision is provided off Green Acres Road and a proposed private access road. Green Acres Road is a County maintained road and is currently built to County Standards. 2014 Fallon County Subdivision Regulations require all roads, road ap-
proaches and driveways, providing physical and legal access to be built to the design and improvement standards as delineated in section VI. The applicants proposed a 40’ access easement to lot 3B-AP was discussed. The road design standards for subdivisions are set forth in the Subdivision Regulations. Conditions state the proposed access easement to lot 3B-AP shall be designed and built to VI-H Streets and Roads of the 2014 Fallon County Subdivision Regulations. A cul-de-sac is recommended for turn-around space for emergency purposes. Findings of Fact and Order is filed in the office of the Planner. Commissioner Baldwin made the motion to conditionally approve the preliminary plat for the Amended Plat of Lot 3 of Lohof-Green Acres Minor Subdivision. In order to mitigate any potential for significant adverse impacts this approval is subject to the conditions of approval outlined. Commissioner Randash seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. 4:40 PM-Renee Gnerer, Contract Sanitarian Inspection Reports-Renee cannot find the 2013 Inspection Reports to reference back to. Renee will contact the State of Montana to see what inspections, Mike Rinaldi, former Sanitarian, had completed so she can inspect whatever he had not completed. Renee stated this is going to be much more work than what she had originally thought. Renee feels she would like $2,000 per month as she will have to revamp everything and go through all the papers in the files. RECESS Commissioner Randash made the motion to recess. Commissioner Baldwin seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. Recess. Wednesday, August 6, 2014 9:00 AM RECONVENE PRESENT Deb Ranum, Chairperson; William L. Randash and Steve Baldwin, members; and Brenda J. Wood, Clerk and Recorder 9:00 AM Debbie Wyrick, Deputy Clerk and Recorder, met to discuss insurance. Hail Damage Claim-Discussed readjustments on the buildings that received damages due to the fact the Commission does not want to use the uniflex as a repair to the roof damage received to various County buildings. Commissioner Baldwin stated he would contact the insurance adjuster and discuss further with him. 9:00 AM Tim Barkley, Sheriff, and Trenton Harbaugh, Undersheriff Jail Discussion-They had received a Sentencing Order from Judge Huss wanting to place someone in jail during the weekends only. Tim explained he and Trent met with the Judge to explain they do not operate Fallon County’s jail that way. After the meeting Judge Huss understood how they run this facility. Road-Discussed a street in the Prairie Acres Subdivision. Construction issues-Discussed the remodel project and the issues involved in great detail. FAIR CONVENTION Barb Lechler, Fair Manager, notified the Commission the cost of the rooms in Great Falls to attend Fair Convention would be $85.00 + tax per room/per night and asked if they would approve that fee? The Commission approved the rate for all attending the Fair Convention. 10:00 AM The Commission attended the Dispatch/Sheriff Construction meeting. RECESS Commissioner Baldwin made the motion to recess. Commissioner Randash seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. Noon recess
1:00 PM RECONVENE PRESENT Deb Ranum, Chairperson; William L. Randash and Steve Baldwin, members; and Brenda Wood, Clerk and Recorder 1:15 PM CLOSED PERSONNEL 2:00 PM REPEAL LIGHT INDUSTRIAL ZONING HEARING PRESENT-Larry and Robert Singer, public members; Judy Gunderson, Department of Revenue; and Desiree’ Thielen, Planner Larry spoke and stated his land is listed in the TIFID Agreement. The Commission explained none of the tax base changes and all the properties will remain as they are currently. Fallon County is repealing the TIFID zoning as the Department of Revenue did not accept the TIFID as presented, therefore the zoning will be of no use to the County. Desiree’ explained the process we are following is the same process that was followed to adopt the TIFID zoning. Judy explained the money from the property taxes paid goes into a special fund; Commissioner Randash reiterated that fact. Judy stated she felt there was discussion regarding possible placement of County Wide Zoning. Desiree’ explained there was but due to the workload in her office this was put on hold. Further decisions regarding repealing TIFID zoning will be placed on hold for 30 days from the date of this hearing for further public comment. 2:45 PM COMMISSIONER DISCUSSION/MOTION The Commission discussed assisting the City of Baker by paying for ½ of a patrol vehicle. Commissioner Baldwin made a motion to transfer $15,000 to the City of Baker to pay for ½ of city vehicle, making sure to place in the County budget. Commissioner Randash seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. The Commission was notified by Elin Westover, Extension Agent, the Carter County Commissioners approved paying $10.50 per hour for their Intern. Elin told Carter County, Michael Castleberry would work 6.5-10 hours per week for no longer than three months. Commissioner Randash made the motion to approve hiring Michael Castleberry as an Intern to work 6.5-10 hours per week as a temporary position to be paid $10.50 per hour to work in the Extension Office. Commissioner Baldwin seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. 3:00 PM Tom Kachel, Landfill Manager, and Barry Damschen, Landfill Engineer Landfill Expansion-Barry received the information from Brosz Engineering regarding their plan for the Landfill Expansion. Barry explained the waste coming in to the Landfill in regard to the amount of space left at the Landfill now. Barry stated the County will not have to re-permit the new area; they will need only to complete a new master plan at no cost to the County (as long as the County stays within the original boundary). Scale-They will need a new scale (100’-automated); Barry stated he has the specs to bid it out. Roads-They discussed the roads; they will use the same roads for the most part. Engineering Agreement- This was reviewed as well as the costs to complete the work. Population-Discussed the influx of people and possibility of the population in relation to the life of the landfill. Decision-The decision was to pursue surveying and the agreement will have to be reviewed by the County Attorney first. Quote-Tom received a quote from Baker Metal and Recycling for a fume extractor in the amount of $3,657.65. Permission granted to purchase.
3:55 PM-Amber Lawlar joined. 4:15 PM-Met with Jon Brosz, Brosz Engineering, and Lance Wedemeyer, City of Baker-Public Works Director on the Lawlar’s sewer issue west of Baker. 4:45 PM Commissioner Baldwin made the motion to pay Renee Gnerer, Sanitarian, $2,000.00 per month. Commissioner Randash seconds the motion.3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. 4:55 PM Flood Plain Regulations-There was no decision regarding the possible adoption of the Flood Plain Regulations and Map. Desiree’ was unable to attend the meeting. RECESS Commissioner Baldwin made the motion to recess. Commissioner Randash seconded the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. Thursday, August 07, 2014 9:00 AM RECONVENE PRESENT Deb Ranum, Chairperson; William L. Randash and Steve Baldwin, members; and Brenda J. Wood, Clerk and Recorder 10:00 AM David Espeland, CEO and Selena Nelson, CFO-FMC Transcriptionist-FMC is outsourcing/trying a different approach for transcribing. FMC/Retirement Complex Storm Water Drainage Project-County will handle the billing for this project. Discussed a change order to repair the sidewalk and change over to heated sidewalks that would tie into the boilers-$9,985.00; also asked for quote to repair the asphalt on the east side of the Complex. Agreement-Commissioner Ranum signed as Chairperson the Congregate and Home Delivered Meals Agreement between Fallon County and Fallon Medical Complex. The cost per meal will be $8.75 for the duration of this agreement which is effective July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015. The meals are for the elderly, 60 years of age and older. Financial Reports-Selena presented the May, 2014 Financial Report and the June Interim Financial Statement for Fallon Medical Complex. Commissioner Baldwin made the motion to convene in executive session. Commissioner Randash seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. CLOSED-PERSONNEL 11:30 AM CLOSED-PERSONNEL RECESS Commissioner Baldwin made the motion to recess. Commissioner Randash seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. NOON RECESS 1:15 PM RECONVENE PRESENT Deb Ranum, Chairperson; William L. Randash and Steve Baldwin, members; and Brenda J. Wood, Clerk and Recorder BUDGETS The Commission reviewed budgets with the Clerk and Recorder. FOLDER ITEMS The Commission reviewed and/or approved the following items of business. Hiland Crude Letter-The Commission received a letter from Hiland Crude LLC regarding the County roads and bridges. The letter was filed in the Clerk and Recorder’s office. The letter was signed by Jim Suttle-Sr. Vice President Response to Hiland Crude Letter-The Commission received a copy of the response letter submitted via email to Hiland Crude by Rich Batterman, Fallon County Attorney. This letter was filed in the Clerk and Recorder’s office. Project Update-Griffith Steel sent an update on the projects they are working on for Fallon County as of July 31, 2014. Protested Tax Settlement with Verizon-The Commission was notified by the Department of Revenue they had entered into a settlement agreement with Verizon which resolved all centrally assessed property appeals associated SEE COMMISSION , PAGE 11
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Fallon County Delinquent Tax Report As of 1-14-2015 Real Property Year 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2013 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2013 2014 2013 2014 2014 2013 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2013 2014 2012 2013 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014
Name Tax Amount Becker James Joseph Et Al $43.49 Benson Lance E $4.48 Berger Paul H and Elizabeth E $208.84 Beyers Ryan and Sonja $7.30 Beyers Ryan H $88.66 Billups Michael S $110.27 Bondell Liliana $80.73 Bondell Sheila Et Al $33.87 Brewer Shane $36.92 Bultman Meadows LLC $290.28 Bumgardner Hugo $89.43 Burlington Resources Oil & Gas Company $51.87 Burlington Resources Oil & Gas Company $72.56
Butori Dale $143.83 Citation Oil and Gas $134.94 Citation Oil and Gas $64.46 Cox Tracey $47.23 Dietz-Goroski Christine A $354.54 Erickson Garnee O $164.58 Erickson Garnee O $103.27 Erickson Garnee O and Roy G Olsen $31.26 Erickson Garnee O and Roy G Olson $79.38 Erickson Garnee Olsen $237.83 Ferrel Roy and Sharon Et Al $67.43 Fisher Jennifer $387.22 Fisher Jennifer $189.51 Fried William Scott & Cory L $261.67 Fried William Scott & Cory L $129.14 Gawryluk Marilyn $147.43 Gawryluk Marilyn A $358.32 Gawrulyk Marilyn A $171.19 Geving Jerrid $58.97 Geving Jerrid Ray $105.52 Gillan Kelly J $90.31 Gillan Kelly J $941.39 Goerndt Douglas $105.12 Goroski Adrian and Nellie $53.17 Grammond Greg and Tosha $119.22 Grigsby Jay D & Tempa J $112.16 Grigsby Jay D & Tempa J $58.77 Grigsby Jay D and Tempa $124.49 Grigsby Jay D and Tempa $112.51 Grigsby Jay D and Tempa $100.21 Harger Carolyn $16.66 Harger Thomas D and Judith A $222.31 Hepperle Andrew $159.61 High Plains Group LLC $188.87 Hoeger Randy S & Brenda L $235.86 Hoeger Randy S and Brenda L $10.73 Holestine Lucas $326.65 Holestine Lucas $339.88 Holestine Lucas W $374.17 Holesti`ne Lucas W $420.83 Holestine Lucas W $18.15 Holestine Lucas W $3.34
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position of Substitute Public Transportation Bus Driver. This position transports individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender, or income, primarily within the Baker city limits from one location to another while providing a high level of customer service and assistance as needed. This position delivers meals as part of the Home Delivered Meal Program. A high school diploma or equivalent, valid Montana Driver’s License and demonstrated safe driving history are required. Fallon County is an equal opportunity employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a preemployment drug and alcohol test, criminal background check, and motor vehicle background check. Upon employment, this position is subject to random, ongoing drug and alcohol testing. We reserve the right to reject any and all applications. Closing date: Friday, January 30, 2015, 5:00 p.m. Applications and a complete job description are available at the Human Resources Office, 10 W. Fallon Avenue, Baker, Montana or online at falloncounty.net. Submit applications (resumes optional) to: Human Resources Manager, PO Box 846, Baker, MT 59313. Questions may be directed to Julie Straub 406-7788164. 3-5c
___________________________ FOR RENT: 2010 two bedroom MNAXLP trailer. $750/month. Call 406- ___________________________ 978-2514. 51tfc HELP WANTED: Farmworker, 3/1/15 - 12/31/15, Hanson Grain Farm, Turtle Lake, ND. One temp job. Drive trucks and tractors to ____________________________ perform crop duties, i.e. planting, FOR SALE: Steel buildings. Tax tilling, spraying, fertilizing. Field write-offs. Energy Star qualified. ready equip. Maintain flood and Depreciation and other savings. sprinkler irrigation. Harvest crops Call for year end deal. Can erect. using tractor drawn machinery. 701-214-4671. 2-3tmp Operate, repair farm equip. Haul ___________________________ grain to market. Three mo exp, FOR SALE: Four bedroom home clean MVR, employment ref, driwith one and one-half baths, ver’s license, English required, large back yard overlooking lake. $14/hr, 3/4 work guarantee, Call 406-891-0467 for more in- tools/equip/housing provided, quiries. 52-3p trans and subsistence exp reimbursed. Apply at Glendive Job Service, 406-377-3314. Job #392607. 3p ___________________________ HELP WANTED: Farmworker, ___________________________ 3/1/15-12/15/15, Kent Braathen, HELP WANTED: After school Devils Lake, ND. Six temp jobs. program assistant. After school Operate harvesting machines to until 5:30 p.m. most school days. harvest crops in OK/KS/CO/MT. A complete job description and Adjust speed of cutters, blowers, applications are available at the conveyors and weight of cutting City of Baker Office at 10 W. Fal- head. Change cutting head for lon or call 406-778-3152. 3-4c crop. Drive truck to transport pro___________________________ duce to storage area. Drive truck HELP WANTED: Fallon County to haul harvesting machines b/w is accepting applications for the working sites. Service machin-
ery/make in-field repairs. Clean MVR, driver’s license, three mo exp, employment ref required. $10.35/hr-$3000/mo plus room and board, depending on location. 3/4 work guarantee, tools/equip/housing provided, trans and subsistence exp reimbursed. Apply at Glendive Job Service, 406-377-3314. Job #392189. 3p ___________________________ HELP WANTED: Fallon County is accepting applications for the position of a permanent full-time laborer and weigh master at the Coral Creek Landfill. This position performs extensive outside manual labor in maintaining the landfill site, will also weigh incoming loads and provide customer service. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Montana driver’s license. Basic computer skills are beneficial. Experience working in outside laborer position with basic tools, vacuum trailer and mule is preferred. Fallon County is an equal opportunity employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a Montana motor vehicle record search. We reserve the right to reject any and all applications. Benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance and Public Employees Retirement. Closing date: Friday, January 30, 2015, 5:00 p.m. Applications and a complete job description are available at the Human Resources Office, 10 W. Fallon Avenue, Baker, Montana or online at falloncounty.net. Submit applications (resumes optional) to: Human Resources Manager, PO Box 846, Baker, MT 59313. Questions may be directed to Julie Straub 406-7788164. 3-5
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tion of a permanent part-time Justice Court Clerk. This position performs a variety of administrative and clerical functions to support the office of the Justice of the Peace, including court case processing. High school diploma or equivalent is required; previous experience in a judicial or legal setting, as well as general accounting procedures is preferred but not required. This position requires the ability to maintain confidentiality, use good judgment, follow rules and guidelines. Strong verbal and written communication skills and thorough knowledge of Word and Excel are preferred. The successful applicant may be subject to a Montana motor vehicle record search and a criminal background check. Fallon County is an equal opportunity employer. We reserve the right to reject any and all applications. Closing date: Friday, January 30, 2015, 5:00 p.m. Applications and a complete job description are available at the Human Resources Office, 10 W. Fallon Avenue, Baker, Montana or online at falloncounty.net. Submit applications (resumes optional) to: Human Resources Manager Julie Straub, PO Box 846, Baker, MT 59313. Questions may be directed to Judge Nicole M. Benefiel, 406-778-7128 or 406-778-3025. Additional questions may also be directed to Julie Straub 406-778-8164. 2-4c
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CARDS OF THANKS ___________________________ CARD OF THANKS: The family of Leslie Hinton would like to thank Dr. Trivisonno and all of the medical staff and EMTS at Fallon Medical Complex hospital for the excellent medical treatment Leslie received on December 30. We also want to thank the doctors, nurses and staff in the FMC Clinic, Long Term Care, Physical Therapy, and Dietary Department for the care she received during the past nine months. The care Leslie received in the Long Term Care at FMC was better than any of the other larger long term facilities in which she was treated since her health deteriorated. The huge display of love and affection in the way of condolences, food, supplies, flowers, plants, visits
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BOOKKEEPER/CONTROLLER Farmers Union Oil Company, a member-owned cooperative in Baker, MT is seeking a motivated professional to lead the financial operations of the company. Position is responsible for day-to-day accounting operations to include the management of processes, procedures and accounting personnel. Duties include but are not limited to: prepare and oversee financial statements, manage general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and cash management. Benefits include 401(K), Health Insurance, Holidays, Vacation, Life Insurance, Longterm Disability Required Skills Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent, two to four years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Working knowledge of data collection, data analysis, evaluation, and financial statements. Demonstrated ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, and percentages.Commitment to excellence and high standards. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to manage priorities and workflow. Versality, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm. Acute attention to detail. Proficient on Excel and Word. Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels. Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions. Send resume to Farmers Union Oil Company, Attn: Travis Mashak, P.O. Box 1000, Baker, MT 59313 Email: Cenexgm@midrivers.com Phone: 406-778-2519
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and memorials from the many members of the community is greatly appreciated. If we missed expressing our gratitude to anyone for your kindness, please know that we are forever grateful to all. Once again, Baker has proven itself to be a caring, giving community, and we feel lucky to be part of it. Dale Hinton and the family of Leslie Hinton 3c __________________________ CARD OF THANKS: The family of Monte Rene’ Willman would like to thank all those who called, visited, brought food, sent cards, letters, memorials, beautiful flowers and kind tributes online for Mom, Gram, Great-Gram, and Great-Great-Gram Willman. Thank you to the folks at Fallon Medical Complex and Jon Stevenson and staff for their thoughtfulness and caring for Mom. Thanks to the pallbearers and all friends and neighbors who were considered honorary pallbearers. Thank you to all those involved in the luncheon and also
for the use of the Baker Senior Citizen Center. If we have missed anyone, you know who you are know that you have our heartfelt thanks. Everyone was wonderful. Roberta Willman D’Alene McCants and families 3p
LEGALS ___________________________ Before the Board of Oil and Gas Conservation of the State of Montana NOTICE OF INTENTION TO APPLY FOR A CLASS II INJECTION WELL PERMIT In the matter of the application of ) Denbury Onshore, LLC for a ) Permit to Convert an Existing Well) to Water Injection Use. ) 1. Name and address of applicant: Denbury Onshore, LLC 5320 Legacy Drive Plano, TX 75024 2. Legal description including county and approximate footages of surface location of proposed oil and
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FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT SHAREE AT 406-778-5112 F/T CLINICAL NURSE R.N., L.P.N, OR C.N.A. Applications can be picked up from the FMC Business Office or the Personnel Department. Contact Theresa Weimer, Personnel Manager, at 406-778-5102 for additional information on any of the above jobs.
All positions will remain open until filled. EOE.
SHOP HELP Exciting opportunity to join a going business. Farmers Union Oil Company, is member-owned cooperative in Baker Mt., is seeking a motivate person to work our shop. This is a full time position, benefits include 401(K), Health Insurance, Holidays, Vacation, Life Insurance, Long-term Disability. Position Responsibilities Include: To sell and service automotive, truck and farm tires; and to provide auto mechanical service in a manner that lead to satisfied customers. A qualified mechanic will maintain a positive attitude that promotes team work within the cooperative and a favorable image of the cooperative. Past automotive and/or tire experience is a plus, but will train the right applicant. Please Stop by and Fill out a Job Application: Farmers Union Oil Company, Attn: Travis Mashak P.O. Box 1000, Baker, MT 59313 Email: cenexgm@midrivers.com Phone: 406-778-2519
REAL ESTATE New Listing: 4 BR - 2 BA - over 2,000 sq feet living area, walk out daylight Basement - Great Landscaping - att. 2 car GAR. -Separate RV Shop - 510 S. 6th St W. $220,000. Great Buy for handy person. Located in a great location on 16,000 sq ft lot near High School. Presently 2 BR- 1 Bath on upper level - full basement - 915 S. Third St. West - only $110,000. UNDER CONTRACT
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We have home buyers calling every day! Now is the time to check into selling!Call us for details. ACREAGE FOR SALE 122 acres one mile north of Baker, Montana Highway frontage, City Water/Sewer.
NORTHWEST REAL ESTATE Bob Herbst Box 1511 • Baker, MT 59313 406-778-2995 w w w. b a ke r m t re a l e s t a t e . c o m
MONTANA STATEWIDE CLASSIFIEDS TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING. Complete programs, refresher courses, rent equipment for CDL, Job Placement Assistance. Financial assistance for qualified students. SAGE Technical Services, Billings/Missoula. 1-800-545-4546. _________________________ Diesel Technicians – Glasgow, MT Border Plains Equipment, a certified Case IH dealer in Glasgow, MT is looking for Diesel Technicians with a minimum of 2 years’ experience that understands the importance of doing a job correctly and the value of satisfied customers, Ag background a plus. We offer competitive wages, 401k retirement plan, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, short-term & long-term disability insurance, life insur-
ance, tool allowance, paid vacation, personal leave days and eight paid holidays. Housing options available. Applicants must be able to meet and maintain insurable driving status and pass pre-employment drug testing. If you are ready to work in a great environment with great people, email your resume to deeann.grundstad@plainsag.co m Border Plains Equipment GLASGOW, MT _________________________ PARTS SPECIALIST – Glasgow, MT Glasgow Implement, a certified Case IH dealership, is currently accepting applications for a full-time Parts Specialists. The position will involve processing parts orders, warranty, credits, freight shipments, purchase orders and procuring outside parts.
Applicant should be self-driven, have good organization & computer skills and successfully help customers identify and fulfill their parts & accessory needs. Experience working with agricultural parts preferred. Applicants must be/ and possess: Excellent organizational, communication & problem solving skills, Thrive & multi-task in a fast paced environment, Superior customer service skills, Computer skills with the ability to learn new programs. Applicants must be able to meet and maintain insurable driving status and pass pre-employment drug testing. We offer competitive wages, 401k retirement plan, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, short-term & long-term dis-
ability insurance, life insurance, paid vacation, eight paid holidays and job training. To be considered for this position - Email resume to: deeann.grundstad@plainsag.com _________________________ Res. Assoc-Cereal Grains $35,000 to $40,000 @ montana.edu/jobs/research/14-454 Farm Ops Manager $45,000 @ montana.edu/postings/982 CARC Moccasin MT _________________________ SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS. Unable to work? Denied benefits? We Can Help! WIN or Pay Nothing! Contact Bill Gordon & Associates at 1-800-398-2744 to start your application today! _________________________ Attention: VIAGRA and CIALIS USERS! A cheaper al-
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more information call 406-3862259. _________________________ THE BOAT SHOW! "Boat Buying Event of the Year" at the Lewis & Clark Fairgrounds, Helena, MT. January 23rd, 24th & 25th, 2015. The Montana Boat Show's $3 admission charge gives you a chance at over $1,500 in door prizes! Children under 12 enter free. For info call (406)4436400 or 266-5700. Mark Your 2015 Calendar! www.mtboatshow.com _________________________ CABIN FEVER ANTIQUES FAIR Helena Civic Center January 24 & 25 beginning 10 am. Fresh new merchandise from first time dealers & up to date choices from old favorites. $5 BD
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LEGALS gas well: (and projected bottomhole location, if a directional or horizontal well) Unit 24-30EH, Pine Unit Location: SE-SW 300’ FSL and 1600’ FWL Sec. 30, T11N-R58E, Fallon, MT BHL: SE-NE 1874’ FNL and 1155’ FEL Sec. 30 T11N-R58E, Fallon County, MT 3. Source of fluids to be injected: Produced water from Denbury Onshore, LLC operations located in the South Pine Field. 4. Zone or formation, including depth, into which fluid will be injected: Red River approximately 9417’13,111’. 5. Statement that an Aquifer Exemption will or will not be requested. An Aquifer Exemption is not being requested. Notice is hereby given that an application for a Class II Injection Well Permit at the surface location set forth above will be filed with the Montana Board of Oil and Gas Conservation. Pursuant to Rules 36.22.1409, Administrative Rules of Montana, a public hearing will be held regarding said application. The hearing will be held at the Board of Oil & Gas in the Conservation Hearing Room, Billings, Montana on Thursday, February 26, 2015. An interested party may demand opportunity to be heard by the Montana Board of Oil and Gas Conservation concerning said application. Montana Board of Oil and Gas Conservation 2535 St. Johns Avenue Billings, MT 59102 Office: (406) 656-0040 Fax: (406) 655-6015 3c
MNAXLP ____________________________ NOTICE In compliance with Montana and North Dakota Public Service regulations, Mid-Rivers Telephone Cooperative herein provides notice that it provides local telephone service in the Baker, Carlyle, East Carlyle ND, and Plevna telephone exchanges in Montana and North Dakota for the rate of $16.00 per month for residential service and a range of $19.55 to $24.80 per month for business service. Mid-Rivers Telephone Cooperative complies with Federal and Montana and North Dakota regulations related to the provision of telephone service to low-income subscribers. For further information on the telephone services available through Mid-Rivers and the rates charged, please call Mid-Rivers Telephone Cooperative toll free at 1-800-452-2288. 3c ____________________________ NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The City Council of the City of Baker will hold a public hearing on a proposal to amend the 2015 Municipal Budget. The purpose of the amendment is to increase the appropriation for Fund #2396 Housing Grant from $78,000.00 to $117,245.00. The increase in appropriation will be offset by unanticipated grant revenues for that purpose. At the hearing any person may appear to comment or submit written testimony concerning the proposal. The hearing will be held Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2015 at 8:00 p.m. in the Fallon County Courtroom at 10 Fallon Ave. SW, Baker, Montana. The person to contact for further information is City Clerk, Kevin Dukart, at 406-778-2692. 2-3c
MNAXLP ___________________________ CALL FOR BIDS Fallon County Road Department Notice is hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners of Fallon County, Montana, will on the 20th day of January, 2015 at 1;15 o’clock P.M. in their office at the county courthouse will receive sealed bids for the purchase of a new 2015 Hi-Lift Articulated
FRIDAY, JANUARY 16, 2015 Loader A detailed list of specifications may be obtained by contacting the Fallon County Commissioners’ Office at the courthouse in Baker, 10 West Fallon Avenue, PO Box 846, Baker, MT 59313 or phone 406-778-8182 or the Fallon County website at www.falloncounty.net. No bid will be considered unless accompanied by a bid bond, bank draft, money order, or certified check in the amount of not less ten (10) percent of the total bid. Bids will be presented in a sealed envelope containing a complete copy of the bid and specifications clearly marked “2015 Hi-Lift Articulated Loader”. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive irregularities, or to accept any bid they deem to be in the best interest of Fallon County. Dated this 6th day of January, 2015. s/Brenda J. Wood Clerk and Recorder 2-3c
MNAXLP ________________________ ___________________________ NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The City of Baker, Montana will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, January 21, 2015, at 7;30 p.m. in the Fallon County Courtroom at 10 Fallon Avenue SW in Baker, Montana. The purpose of the hearing is to accept public comment on the proposal to repeal City of Baker Ordinance #292 Floodplain and Floodway Management Ordinance for Communities with Designated Floodways as amended 2/25/1991 and replace with Ordinance #363 an ordinance to adopt the 2014 City of Baker Floodplain Hazard Management Regulations. This is due to important changes having been made to federal and state laws and regulations so that it is necessary for the City of Baker to remain in compliance with the Montana Floodplain and Floodway Management Act and the requirements for continued participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. Pursuant, in part, to MCA 76-5-301 Land Use Regulations. Floodplain permitting fees will also be considered an addendum to these proposed regulations. At that time any person may appear to comment or submit written testimony concerning these proposals. The above referenced documents are available to the public at the Office of the City Clerk at Room 120, 10 Fallon Avenue SW in Baker, Montana during regular business hours. Please direct all questions or comments to City Clerk, Kevin J. Dukart, at 406-778-2692 or P.O. Box 1512, Baker, MT 59313. s/Kevin J. Dukart Clerk/Treasurer City of Baker 1-3c
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property appeals associated with tax years 2009-2014 for taxes paid for tax years 20092013. West Nile-The Commission was notified by Mindi Murnion, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, the Wibaux County Health Department received a report from DPHHS on July 31, 2014 that it had detected West Nile Virus in Wibaux County. The positive sample was collected from a mosquito pool on July 21, 2014 in Wibaux County. Fair Invite-The Commission received an invitation to the Fallon County Fair from the Irgens family. FWP pond stocking noticeFWP will complete a wild fish transfer of up to 100 northern pike, 7-30 inches long from South Sandstone Reservoir to
A.G. Lee #2; will stock 5001500 fingerling (2-3 inches) largemouth bass at Pinnow #2 and Pinnow Reservoir (Largemouth bass propagated by the Miles City Fish Hatchery are the product of a captive brood stock maintained by the hatchery); will stock 500-1500 fingerling (2-3 inches) channel catfish at Pinnow #2 and Pinnow Reservoir (Fingerling channel catfish propagated by the Miles City Fish Hatchery are the product of pre-spawn wild parents captured annually on the Yellowstone or Tongue River near Miles City). Airport Project Status Memo-AIP 015/016-Runway Extension Project-The final closeout report was submitted. AIP017 - Runway Grooving and PAPI Flight Check-After the final costs for the flight check is determined by the FAA the final closeout report can be submitted for this project. AAA Regulations (Airport Affected Area Regulations)KLJ met with the Commissioners and County Planner on July 28, 2014 to discuss the purpose and need of the Regulations. KLJ will be meeting with the City of Baker on August 20, 2014 to review the regulations. Public Hearing has been scheduled for September 3, 2014. Miscellaneous-The FAA approved the Categorical Exclusion for the new hangar. Action items for the Sponsor-The FAA is reviewing the residential through the fence agreements. The FAA has requested the Baker Municipal Airport submit their agreement for the Bethel Aviation Hangar by August 22, 2014. Feedmill Bridge Construction-FWP notified the Commission they had completed their review of the proposed bridge construction project on Sandstone Creek in Section 11-7-59 and approved the 124 permit and the 318 permit was waived by FWP for this project. JOURNALS The Commission reviewed and approved the following Journal Entries. #635-Reversed Journal 204Fiscal Year 2014-Solid Waste #670-Posted Adjusting entries for Fiscal Year 2013 Per Auditor-Solid Waste #637-Reroll Balances forward to Fiscal Year 2014Solid Waste #641-To Book Coral Creek Landfill Trust Account Entries-June, 2014 and Closure and Post Closure bookings #642-To Book PV Retirement Complex FY2014 Assets and Depreciation #643-To Book Solid Waste FY2014 Assets and Depreciation #644-To Book Ambulance FY2014 Assets and Depreciation #645-Reverse Journal #644 #646-To Book Ambulance FY2014 Assets and Depreciation with correct entries #647-To Book General Fixed Assets FY2014 Assets and Depreciation – Fund 9000 #648-Reverse Journal #647
We hold a regular weekly cattle and feeder cattle sale every Wednesday. We buy sheep and weigh-up horses every Thursday. Special Sales as advertised. Give us a call to visit about your marketing plans.
C & D Yards • Baker, Montana Open between 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday. Your cattle will be delivered to Lemmon Livestock on Tuesday evening and will be sold on Wednesday. Cattle will be on feed & water and there will be a brand inspector on site. Wed., Jan. 21: Regular Sale w/Special Bred HFR/Stock Cow Sale Wed., Jan. 28: Regular Sale w/ All Breeds Calf Sale
Wed., Feb. 4: Regular Sale w/ All Breeds Calf Sale Featuring REPL HFRS Wed., Feb. 11: Regular Sale w/ All Breeds Calf Sale Wed., Feb. 18: Regular Sale w/ All Breeds Calf Sale
You can now reach us on the Internet at www.lemmonlivestock.com If you have livestock to consign or would like us to stop at your ranch, please call Lemmon Livestock at
605-374-3877 or 800-822-8853
Paul Huffman C & D Yards Clint Ehret
Owner/Manager Baker, Montana Baker Field Rep.
605-374-5675 or cell 605-645-2493 406-778-3282 406-772-5522
#649-To Book correct entries to General Fixed Assets FY2014-Fund 9000 #650-Correct double posting incorrect account #651-Adjust Landfill Accounts to Balance per Auditor MISCELLANEOUS REVENUES Beelogic-Septic Permit $50.00 Mid-Rivers-Fair pay phone dividends-$760.71 State of MT (DOT)-Fuel Tax Allocation-$4,139.00 Baker Air Service-July Aviation Gas Sales (County Portion)-$455.93 Continental Resources Inc.-June, 2014 Oil and Gas Royalties-$11,285.66 Denbury Resources-June, 2014 Oil and Gas Royalties$9,653.39 Robert & Kristine KrugerSale of Fixed Asset (Land)$13,500 Mid-Rivers-Pay phone dividends-$46.90-General Fund Mid-Rivers-Pay phone dividends-$6.60-General Fund Mid-Rivers-Pay Phone Dividends-$458.41-911 Fund Century-August Land Lease-$400.00-Distributed to various Funds State of MT (DOR)HB758 Oil and Natural Gas Dist-1st Qtr-$59,591.96 State of MT (DNRC)County Fire Warden Grant Monies-$6,600.00 FLYERS/MINUTES/REPORTS The Commission reviewed and/or approved the following: Plevna Rural Fire District Minutes-July 10, 2014-Warrants paid in the amount of $14,284.23 Baker Rural Fire District Minutes-July 3, 2014-Warrants paid in the amount of $38,547.79. Ambulance Monthly Financial Report-July, 20141 9 Runs-Charges-$18,035.00; P a y m e n t s - $ 11 , 9 3 2 . 8 0 ; Medicare/Medicaid and Bad Debt Adjustments-$2,565.92 Statistic Report FY201416th Judicial District-183 unduplicated juveniles were referred to JDYC for 273 offenses resulting in 220 intakes/referrals. 192 of the referrals were handled informally by Juvenile Probation; 7 resulted in a formal petition; 4 of the referrals are pending and 17 were dismissed. 82 youth were ordered to complete 1,795 hours of community service; 93 youth completed a total of 1,513 community service hours. 4 youth spent 406 days on electronic monitoring at a cost of $7.50 per day for a total of $3,045. Electronic monitoring is considered non-secure placement for which the counties are
entitled to a 75% reimbursement from the MT Board of Crime Control through the Eastern Region, while funds last. 7 Youth spent 304 days in detention at a cost of $235.00 per day for a total of $71,440. Detention is considered secure placement for which counties are entitled to a 50% reimbursement from the MT Board of Crime Control through Eastern Montana, while funds last. 5 youth spent a total of 70 days in shelter care at a cost of $112.02 per day totaling $7,841.40. Shelter care is considered a non-secure placement and youth must be approved for placement by the facility. Juvenile probation covers the entire cost of shelter care leaving what money is available for reimbursements through the MT Board of Crime Control to the counties. 12 youth spent a total of 1,214 days in out of home placements either in group homes or residential treatment facilities. These placements were made either formally or informally and were covered by juvenile probation totaling $117,676.55. 16 youth were ordered to pay $13,660.64 in restitution; 25 youth paid $11,098.93 in restitution.143 youth were ordered to pay $12,014 in fees; 137 youth paid $11,736.17 in fees. Seniors in Action-August, 2014 flyer EPEDC-Easter Plains Economic Development Corporation July flyer Plevna Water Project Update-As of July 21, 2014 Installation of main in Railroad Ave, Callin Avenue to the west alley; Conser Avenue to west alley are complete. Property access forms are being completed. Plevna Water Project Up-
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date-As of August 4, 2014 Temporary water in the west alley is on line. Testing is being completed to ensure compliance with DEQ requirements after line was broken last week. Forming and rebar installation on tank complete. Installation of east alley temporary water began. Property access forms are being completed. Detention Center ReportJuly, 2014-8 individuals held for 89 days; 32 Fallon County days and 57 City of Baker days. No income. Fair Board Report-July, 2014 4:10 PM CLOSED-PERSONNEL 4:35 PM Scott Rabbit, Park Supervisor Skate Park-Will be using gravel from the Beach Pit and will do a compaction test on Monday. Splash Park-State Health Department had them rework the plan to include diverter basins to divert such items as blood, etc. to the sanitary sewer. This way the reservoir does not have to be drained and refilled. The return pipes were spec’d to 12” and the DEQ stated they can be reduced to 10” pipes. Also, per DEQ the pump is too small for the cumulative volume of water. These items will be changed and all items will be sent to DEQ for approval before going to bid. 5:00 PM ADJOURN Commissioner Randash made the motion to adjourn. Commissioner Baldwin seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. Adjourn. s/Deb Ranum, Chairperson ATTEST: s/Brenda J. Wood, Clerk and Recorder
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Twenty-two teams compete in coyote calling contest By Lori Kesinger
Despite the bitter cold weather, there was a great turnout for the first annual Southeastern Montana Coyote Calling contest held Jan. 9-10. Twenty-two teams, 58 hunters competed for the top four places starting Jan. 9. A total of 28 coyotes were brought in at the conclusion of the one day contest, Jan. 10. First place team was Rusty Knuths, Doug Stickney and Guy Stickney - bringing in four coyotes. Second place team was Charles Moore and Arnie Beardsley with three
First place team: Doug Stickney, Rusty Knuths and Guy Stickney.
coyotes. Third place team was Will Ecord, Joe Teini and Levi Swyres with three coyotes. Fourth place team was Andy Cathey, Joe Brown, and Zane Williams with three coyotes. Second through fourth place finishers were determined by total weight of the coyotes brought in. The little dog and big dog competition were both won by the first place team Rusty Knuths, Doug Stickney and Guy Stickney. Three guns were given away as door prizes. Two guns raffled were won by
Luanne Gentilini and Guy Weimer. Three landowner gift certificates were given away and those winners were Jarrett Hadley, John Tronstad, and Doug and Randi Wenz. Coyote calling contests have steadily increased in popularity nationwide in the last decade. The contests help manage coyotes that are increasingly impacting livestock and wild game populations. The local hunt is a result of a great team of volunteers and outstanding support from local businesses, farmers and ranchers.
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Second place team: Arnie Beardsley and Charles Moore.
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Third place team: Will Ecord, Levi Swyres and Joe Teini.
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